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lead data scientist Salary in california

Based on 84 active job postings in california  ·  Updated 2026

Min Salary
$140,000
per year
Average Salary
$174,285
per year
Max Salary
$220,000
per year
Jobs Found
84
active listings

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Open lead data scientist Jobs in california 84

Lead Data Scientist, Ad Research
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Careers Santa Monica, California
$218700 / per year Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service Santa Rosa, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist
Omni Inclusive Fremont, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist-Deep Learning Specialist
NLP PEOPLE Pleasanton, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service Carpinteria, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service San Marcos, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service Fresno, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service Bakersfield, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service Los Angeles, California
Full Time
Lead Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)
Internal Revenue Service Chico, California
Full Time
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lead data scientist Salary FAQ

What is the average lead data scientist salary in california?
Based on 13600 recent job postings, the average annual salary for a lead data scientist in california is approximately $174,285, with a range of $140,000 – $220,000.
How do I negotiate my lead data scientist salary?
Research comparable roles in your area, document your accomplishments, and arrive at negotiations with data. Use total compensation (base + bonus + equity + benefits) as your benchmark, not just base pay.
What factors affect lead data scientist compensation in california?
Key factors include years of experience, technical certifications, company size (startup vs. enterprise), industry (tech vs. finance vs. healthcare), and whether the role is remote-first or on-site in a high cost-of-living metro.